How much does it cost to rent in Auburn, AL?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Auburn, AL is $1,822. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Auburn cheaper than other Alabama cities?

Auburn is one of the pricier cities in Alabama, ranking #12 out of 70 cities tracked at $1,822/mo.

When was Auburn rent data last updated?

Auburn rent data reflects July 2026 and was last refreshed on July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

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Auburn

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Pop. 80,594·12th most expensive in Alabama·Auburn rents are up 12.7% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$1,822/mo

Year-over-Year

+12.7%

Month-over-Month

-1.0%

vs US Median

-$143

Falling (Monthly)

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Auburn · $1,822

More affordable than 52% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

46/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 2% above what Auburn's 10-year trend predicts — running hotter than its own history.

Actual rent

$1,822/mo

Expected by trend

$1,782/mo

The Rent Reality Score compares today's median rent to where Auburn's own long-run trajectory projects it should be. See the full rankings →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$880

1 BR

$1,045

2 BR

$1,215

3 BR

$1,585

4 BR+

$1,695

Research median

$1,215/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost

$21,864/yr

At $1,822/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 12.7% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+12.7% YoY, -1.0% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Auburn, AL is roughly split between renters and owners, skews toward younger working-age adults, has a median income below the national average, 64.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

80,594

Median income

$63,668

Median age

25.9

Renters

46.9%

Age distribution

19.3%

42.5%

20.9%

Under 1819.3%

18–3442.5%

35–5420.9%

55–647.6%

65+9.7%

Gender

48.5%

51.5%

Male48.5%

Female51.5%

Race & ethnicity

66.8%

17.2%

White66.8%

Black17.2%

Hispanic5.4%

Asian8.5%

Other2.1%

Education (25+)

12.6%

19.6%

64.1%

No HS diploma3.7%

HS diploma12.6%

Some college19.6%

Bachelor's+64.1%

Housing tenure

53.1%

46.9%

Owner53.1%

Renter46.9%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2021 vs 2026

How Auburn, AL has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,228 → $1,822

up 48.4%

Income

$54,700 → $63,668

up 16.4%

Population

74,637 → 80,594

up 8.0%

Renter share

49.4% → 46.9%

-2.5 pts

Bachelor's+

59.4% → 64.1%

+4.7 pts

Median age

26.6 → 25.9

-0.7 yrs

Since 2021, the typical rent in Auburn, AL has increased from $1,228 to $1,822, a 48.4% change over five years. Median household income rose from $54,700 to $63,668 between 2021 and 2024, a 16.4% shift. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. The population has grown by 8.0% since 2021, moving from about 74,637 residents to roughly 80,594. Renters now make up 46.9% of households, compared with 49.4% five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 64.1% of adults here, versus 59.4% in 2021. Taken together, the five-year picture in Auburn, AL reflects how housing costs and the people paying them have evolved through a stretch that included a pandemic, a hot rental market, and a recent cooling phase.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Auburn on your salary?

At $1,822/mo, how Auburn rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $81,253/yr · Rent = 26.9% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $57,689/yr · Rent = 37.9% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $66,452/yr · Rent = 32.9% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $118,775/yr · Rent = 18.4% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $151,764/yr · Rent = 14.4% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $54,017/yr · Rent = 40.5% income

rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $48,771/yr · Rent = 44.8% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $60,114/yr · Rent = 36.4% income

stretched

By apartment size

Auburn rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in Auburn. Click any size for full breakdown.

Local insights

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About renting in Auburn, AL

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Auburn is $1,822/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $880/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,215/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,045/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,585/mo.

At 34% of local median household income ($63,668/yr), Auburn ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 12.7% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Auburn an affordable city for renters?

Auburn is considered moderate for renters. At $1,822/mo, rent takes approximately 34% of the local median household income ($63,668/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Auburn slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Auburn?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $73,000/year (~$35/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,822/mo in Auburn. The local median household income is $63,668/yr, meaning the typical Auburn household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Auburn?

Rent in Auburn has increased 12.7% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Auburn neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Auburn are 36832 ($1,809/mo), and 36830 ($1,835/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Auburn is $1,822/mo.

How does Auburn rent compare to other cities in Alabama?

Auburn is one of the pricier cities in Alabama for rent, ranking #12 out of 70 tracked cities at $1,822/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Auburn?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Auburn ($1,822/mo): Columbus ($1,275/mo), Phenix City ($1,372/mo), Opelika ($1,600/mo).

What percentage of Auburn residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 46.9% of Auburn households are renters, while 53.1% are owner-occupied. Auburn leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.